Mazda CX-7 Questions & Answers

I wouldn’t as the turbo is really finicky if you know what I mean. 98 is recommended but nothing under 95. We ran ours on 95 and put a tank of 98 through every few months.

So mixing the 95 and the 98 won't cause no damage ?

Yes it does and all timing belts regardless of car should be changed every 100,000 kms

No, it has a timing chain on the CX-7. The timing chain in a car should generally last the life of the car if maintained, however on this engine there is a common fault of the timing chain stretching, faulty VVT and subsequent catastrophic engine failure. I am up for mine, at least $2000 to repair not including the water pump which should be replaced at the same time. This is such a common issue that some mechanics specifically advertise CX-7 timing chain and turbo repairs. If it sounds like a diesel, or has a rough start and idle, it's up for a timing chain and VVT valve replacement.

Thanks for that Steve. It’s as quiet as a mouse

No less than 95 fuel. Bear in mind that unless you drive really nana like the turbo will be working.

Road testers exposed the CX-7 to a range of driving environments and returned 15-17L/100km; not great but OK for an 1800kg, turbocharged carry-all.

its not a great car for fuel efficiency, even though the engine configuration and turbocharging should on paper make it economical. its really terrible i average 21L and i drive like grandma. if you drive this car daily for work commute the fuel will kill you especially with premium unleaded fuel.

Turbos are alot higher. Mine is naturally aspirtated ans my average ranges from 11.9 to 12.9.

Hi Olga, try and get a cx7 owners manual from a Mazda Wreckers. You can buy them direct from Mazda but not sure how much they cost.

Thanks

Try wreckers

Luxury Sport 2011 does yes. Not sure about other models.

Only add Mazda FL 22 coolant (or equivelent) or you will compromise the life of the existing coolant which is good for 10 years

In an emergency only add clean water noting this means you will have to change the coolant sooner

Very typical of any car really ... especially from a cold start. The brake pads are simply seating into the calipers. Going from reverse to forward is when you will mainly notice this - perhaps pad-to-caliper shims need replacing?

This is not good .please check your coolant level .yiur heater pipe might be licking . If your coolant level is fine then maybe the water proofing sealant is broken from outside bottom of your windscreen .

Hope that helps.i hope car has no problem

It coming from ur a/c behind ur dash u hav a hose check if it plugged in

Hi Westy, as per my review of our turbo CX7, we are having no problems at all, as we all ways follow the mazda service schedule and always use the correct petrol (95 oct). So if you want the grunt of the turbo, which is great for cruising on the highway, or overtaking quickly, then make sure you buy one that has a full service history, preferable Mazda service. The Maxda Cx7 was very popular, so you need to put in perspective that owners who are faced with an expensive turbo fix are most likely to vent their anger on a site like Product Review. good luck

No Worries...

Thanks heaps for the Advice Jamie.. I will definitely Make sure the turbo has a full Servicing History from Mazda... You have been a big help.

My wife has a cx7 for 3 years now and it has nearly come up to 80000 km and it drives like a new car still. I do service every 8k approx and always use premium fuel and get at least 460km out of a tank in mixed driving conditions which is good if you consider size, weight /turbocharged. Any car will give you problems if you don't look after it and it's false economy to skip services etc. And best thing to do is once you have a good mechanic then stick that mechanic so one person gets to know your car well

Pls find my post about how bad the cx7 luxury is.... Don't waste your money